Park Geun-hye Visits Jinju, Rallies Full Support for People Power Party Campaign

"Candidates Who Can Revitalize the Economy"
Supporters Gather for People Power Party Campaign

Former President Park Geun-hye visited Jinju, Gyeongnam ahead of the June 3 local elections to campaign in support of the People Power Party candidates. This move is interpreted as an attempt to rally traditional conservative supporters amid signs of division within the local conservative camp.

On May 27, former President Park visited Jinju Central Market, where she met with citizens and merchants, appealing for support for the People Power Party candidates. Supporters gathered at the market entrance from early in the morning, creating a welcoming atmosphere by shouting phrases such as "Stay healthy" and "President Park Geun-hye."

Former President Park shook hands and exchanged greetings with citizens as she toured various parts of the market. She was also seen wearing a bandage on her right hand, a result of pain from years of political activity, as she continued her schedule, which drew particular attention.

[Photo by Soong Kyung Choi] Former President Park Geun-hye is seen moving with citizens on the 27th while visiting Jinju Jungang Market in Gyeongnam to campaign in support of the People Power Party candidates. On this day, former President Park appealed for support, emphasizing regional economic recovery and victory in the local elections.

On this day, former President Park said, "When I visited the Central Market last year, you welcomed me warmly, and I am grateful for the same warm reception today," adding, "I am very concerned because the economic situation these days is difficult."

She continued, "The candidates who are with me have sufficient ability and experience to revitalize the local economy," emphasizing, "If you, the citizens, trust and support them, I expect that they will definitely restore the struggling economy."

It is known that this visit to Jinju was made at the request of the local political community. Although Jinju is traditionally regarded as a conservative stronghold, in this local election, there are concerns that the conservative vote could be split due to independent candidates and alliances formed by some former and current members who have left the party.

In particular, as an independent Jinju mayoral candidate and several former and current local council members who left the People Power Party have formed an alliance, the election is developing into a multi-candidate contest. Accordingly, the People Power Party expects that former President Park’s visit will have a significant impact on reuniting its support base.

After completing her schedule in Jinju, former President Park plans to continue her campaign in other key regions of Yeongnam, including Ulsan and Busan.

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